Introduction to Papermaking Workshop

Description

Learn the basics of hand papermaking as we explore basic techniques and experiment with
different botanical ingredients. No experience is necessary. Papermaking is a perfect medium
for beginners, and for experienced artists, it is unlike any other medium! We will learn the basic
history of papermaking, the fundamental materials and tools, and then dive into sheet
formation as we use beautiful flowers and other botanical materials to design and enhance
each sheet. Items may be gathered outdoors for use in paper designs. Students will leave with
their “wet leaves” and be offered ideas for further exploration and development. Each paper
can become a framed work of art, an item of stationery for personal use, or a unique gift! Be
prepared to get wet and messy while learning this exciting renewable technique.

This event is sponsored by Kumari of the Woods, Strafford, VT.

Materials:
The instructor will supply papermaking materials, screens, tubs, pulps, etc.. as well as a
limited amount of inclusions for the paper: yarn, strings, dried botanicals, scraps, etc.
Open to adults only and students can bring as much of their own collection as they may have of:
dried botanicals, scraps of paper, strings, anything small and flat they would like to embed
into the paper (mica, glitter, small flakes of shells, spices, leaves, flowers, strings, yarn,
ribbons, etc…) Many things work, be creative! Think small and flat!
The instructor will have some materials available if the student is unable to bring their own.

Instructor Bio:
Angie Follensbee-Hall has been a professional artist and yogi for over 20 years. She holds a
BFA from Plymouth State University and a Master of Arts in Education from Goddard College.
She is a member of the League of NH Craftsmen, 802 Arts, and the New Hampshire Art
Association. Angie has exhibited regionally and nationally and has won art awards through the
League and NHAA. She has been an art instructor at Granite State University, leading classes in
The Creative Process in Art, Papermaking, and Art From Natural Materials, and is a public art
educator. She is also a Reiki Master Teacher, Ayurvedic Consultant, Attunement Practitioner, a
Registered Experienced Yoga Teacher for twenty years, and a Yoga Teacher Trainer.
To learn more about Angie, visit her website www.angiefollensbeehall.com